Hong Kong
Airing Date: Jul 26th, 2008
Expect to leave with extra bags after your Hong Kong shopping binge!Hong Kong has the reputation of being every shopper's paradise. From morning until late at night, shopping malls are open and filled with avid shopaholics. Being a popular international port, Hong Kong is always abreast with the ever-changing fashion and trends.
Hong Kong's chief shopping districts are Central, Admiralty, and Causeway Bay on Hong Kong Island, along with Tsim Tsa Tsui and Mong Kok in Kowloon. Shopping hours vary, but most shops are basically open until late at night, seven days a week. Shops are also open on public holidays, except during the Lunar New Year. However, shops in Central close earlier at around 6 pm, but the other main areas stay open till 9:30pm.
There is a myriad of glamorous and glitzy shopping malls in Hong Kong. These malls are certainly more comfortable than roaming around the streets, especially during the hot and humid summers.
Main shopping malls on Hong Kong Island include Landmark in Central, Pacific Place in Admiralty, Times Square in Causeway Bay, IFC Mall and City Plaza in Taikoo Shing.
Shopping markets in Hong Kong are abundant, selling every item imaginable. These markets are cheap and interesting. Even if you do not wish to buy anything, it is fun to just walk through the markets to observe the ways of market dwellers. Ladies' Market (or "Women's Street") is found in Mong Kok and is Kowloon's version of Stanley Market (on HK Island). You can find an amazing array of bargain women's clothing and accessories.
For those wanting a real personalised touch, the Intercontinental Hong Kong has a 24 hour "Insider Concierge" service offering advice on the best places to shop till you drop.
Almost all visitors to Hong Kong go on a shopping binge and always leave with few extra bags. So be prepared!
To get great, genuine electronic products, check out Fortress electronics. It has all you could ask for and more!
From July 1 to September 21 visitors will be treated to endless indulgence during the 2008 Hong Kong Summer Temptations. Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and branded with a new name this year, the event will run for an extended period to include Hong Kong's hosting of the Equestrian Events of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. With a variety of major events in Hong Kong, visitors can explore the endless fun and excitement that Hong Kong offers beyond shopping and dining.
Contacts & Costs:Hong Kong
Cathay Pacific
Return to Hong Kong
From $2017 east coast
$2015 west coast
3 times daily from Sydney & Melbourne
Daily from Brisbane & Adelaide
5 times weekly from Perth
131-747
www.cathaypacifc.com.au
Prices correct at 3/7/08. Prices include surcharges, fees & taxes. Conditions apply.
Hong Kong Tourism Board(02) 9283-3083 or 1300-886-610
www.discoverhongkong.com
Harbourview Rooms from InterContinental Hong Kong
$440 a night
www.intercontinental.com
Conditions, surcharges and block out dates may apply
Max Mara Fashion Group WarehouseRoom 2709 - 11, 27F
Horizon Plaza
2 Lee Wing Street, Ap Lei Chau
Open daily 10am - 7pm
Fortress Electronics
www.fortress.com.hk
